Entries open for the 35th HSJ Awards

Now in their 35th year, the awards are the most sought after accolade in British healthcare, and celebrate and showcase the finest achievements in the health service.

There are 23 categories to enter this year, including CCG of the year, provider trust of the year, patient safety, chief executive of the year and prizes for innovation and use of technology.

Every year, HSJ Awards winners have said that the recognition has given a huge boost to their teams and organisations. They say it has enhanced their projects, raised morale and helped with securing backing and finance. The awards highlight examples of outstanding practice and innovation that help to safeguard and improve patient care.

The deadline for your submission is 3rd June 2016

The winners will be announced at a ceremony at a new venue, the InterContinental O2 in London.

National Institute for Health and Care Excellence chair Professor David Haslam, Salford Royal chief executive Sir David Dalton and NHS England director for new models of care Samantha Jones have all been confirmed as judges for this year’s HSJ Awards.

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